Operations and Maintenance Supervisor at Virginia Commercial Space – Wallops Island, Virginia

Job-Related Experience: 5 years directly related to operations and maintenance of aerospace, chemical processing, pressure systems, or similar operations environment. Advanced degree in engineering desired. A minimum of 5years of direct, practical work experience with space launch systems. Experience in a supervisory/managerial role of an engineering staff is desired.

Certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is strongly preferred.

Licenses, etc.: Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. They must have field experience in the operations and maintenance of aerospace systems; experience with cryogenic and pneumatic systems as well as launch pad experience is preferred. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position requires a strong technically orientated operations management background with a focus on pace launch ground systems with directly related work experience. Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for the resolution of operational anomalies. Must have or have ability to develop understanding of launch range command, control, and communications systems and their interface with the launch pad. Must have or have ability to develop understanding of space launch pad fluid, high pressure gas, hydraulic, electrical and control, safety, and structural systems.While required work travel is rare, must be able to travel in support of launch activities.Must be able to maintain mental clarity and efficiency in work in a stressful operational environment.Must be able to work well with demanding customers to deliver confidence in ability and promote long-term business relationships.Must be able to understand, follow, and promote OSHA safety guidelines in the workplace.A 90-day probationary period is required of all newly hired and re-hired employees.

Must be able to maintain secured access to the Mid-Atlantic Regional Spaceport and supporting facilities.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Knowledge:

Comprehensive understanding engineering disciplines and industry practices as applied to the operation of technical facilities. Familiar with design, construction, activation, operation, and decommissioning of complex systems. Understand operational support functions such as logistics, procurement, contracts, equipment maintenance, quality assurance-related process control systems, safety programs related to industrial operations, and environmental regulations as applied to support functions. Interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Interprets drawings, specifications, blueprints, schematics, diagrams and sketches.Skills

Proficient with Microsoft Office or related programsEffective verbal and written communication skillsOrganization and attention to detailSharePoint experience preferred.Abilities

Read, analyze and interpret complex documentsRespond Effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaintsPrepare technical presentations as either an informative lesson for department and broader company or for pitching technical system/configuration changes to those who have decision making authority.Work with and apply mathematical concepts, such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situationsDefine problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions that facilitate efficient disposition and documentationAbility to work with employees at all levels of the organizationAbility to provide the highest level of customer service to both internal and external customersAbility to communicate complex information to non-technical individuals in a more accessible way.

Competencies:

LeadershipProblem Solving Project ManagementAdaptabilityResponsibilityCreativityAnalytical SkillsCritical ThinkingEmotional IntelligenceCultural Awareness and CommunicationThe demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

In certain situations, employee may be asked to respond to emergencies, during work hours or outside of work hours, based on the needs of the Authority.

Physical Demands:

Regularly required to sit. use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel and talk or hear. Frequently required to reach with hands and arms. Occasionally required to stand, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawlThe employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 40 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Mental/Sensory:

Conveys information and ideas clearly, both orally and in written English. Anticipates, prevents, identifies, and solves problems in the workplace. Assimilates complex information. Listens to, comprehends, and clarifies concerns and issues raised by colleagues and clients. Emergency situations may present unpredictable scenarios, not anticipated this job description.Emotional:

Works well in stressful, high-pressure work environment. Maintains composure and objectivity. Is respectful. Works with diverse personalities and levels. Exercises a high degree of discretion when handling confidential data, documents, correspondences, and other information. Handles multiple priorities and adapts to frequent change.